Lead Forest Operations Specialist Advisor

The role

As the technical lead for Timber Harvesting and/or Forest Management, you will play a key role in helping Natural Resources Wales (NRW) maintain the highest standards of sustainable forest management across the Welsh Government Woodland Estate. Working within one of the world's longest continually certified state forest services, you will help drive NRW's ambition to be a global leader in the sustainable management of natural resources.

You will lead the development of policies, programmes, plans, strategies and guidance that translate Welsh and UK Government policy, UK Woodland Assurance Standard (UKWAS) requirements, and industry best practice into practical, effective approaches on the ground.

Working closely with colleagues across NRW, including Strategy, Policy and Evidence, Commercial and Operations teams, as well as Welsh Government officials and industry partners, you'll provide expert technical advice and ensure forestry operations are delivered safely, sustainably and to the highest professional standards

Driving is essential to this role. Access to sites and rural Wales where public transport is not available will be a frequent part of the role requiring the ability to travel flexibly as required by the needs of the role. You must hold a full and current UK driving license.

As an organisation we support flexible working. You will be contracted to the nearest NRW office to your ho...